The Fringe

When in Auckland/Titirangi for Te Uru gallery down the road this is my go to spot for reasonable price light lunch or coffee & cake. Other places are too full on in terms of food AND price. It also has one of the best bush greenery views anywhere, not to mention the view of chooks down below. Coffee & food all good and they are open til evening as well, so no shot up shop at 4pm like a lot of places.

Really good food and super friendly service from the owner and manager Woody. They make really good flat whites and I also love the Linzer tort. Even the bacon and eggs on toast is a cut above the standard cafe, with a side of mushroom and salad. I go here regularly and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.

We get coffee everyday from The Fringe as so love the coffee and friendly owners who really appreciate their customers. They give a free muffin with every hot drink. Plus, the best scones in Auckland are here. I especially love my Date scone, warm with butter. The fireplace is at the back, so perfect for cold winter days looking out over the trees and Manukau Harbour.

Really nice inexpensive food, friendly staff and relaxed environs. Certainly not a trendy cafe, more of a laid back local. Beer and wine available! Stupid me left my wallet behind the other day and they returned it to me undisturbed with cash still in it - so they are honest as well. The cabinet is full of yummy options. The Steak pie has a crispy crust and pastie style veggies plus a big hunk of roast steak inside yum.